Ações tomadas pelo departamento de águas e esgoto de Santana do Livramento/RS no que tange à sustentabilidade

Abstract

The objective of this study is to identify the actions taken by the Department of Water and Sewage - DAE of Santana do Livramento with regard to sustainability and which characterize this municipality as socially responsible. To develop this research, in methodological terms, we opted for a qualitative, exploratory case study using interviews and content analysis. The article analyzes the initiatives of the Department of Water and Sewage of Santana do Livramento/RS (DAE) in the context of sustainability, highlighting the municipality as socially responsible. The study examines the actions taken by DAE to promote the sustainable use of water resources and address environmental issues. Among the practices evaluated are the efficient management of solid waste, the promotion of energy efficiency, raising community awareness about the importance of environmental preservation and the implementation of innovative technologies to improve the operation of the water and sewage system. The article highlights how these actions not only aim at operational efficiency, but also have positive results in the community, characterizing the DAE as a socially responsible entity. Highlights include engagement in social projects, educational programs and the promotion of practices that benefit not only the management of water resources, but also the well-being of the local population. The study reinforces the importance of the role of the DAE as an active agent in promoting sustainability and social responsibility, demonstrating a holistic approach in the management of water and sewage services in Santana do Livramento.